It was too windy here to seriously shoot my one 177, a P35. It is supposed to be much quieter (3mph versus 7mph) early in the morning so the 177 is all aired up and ready to go. I've been trying different printed moderators and found one that seems to help accuracy while also being quiet. First target was so-so, but I'm hoping for better tomorrow. Today I shot my 25 caliber Avenger. Also tested moderators for it too and one seems to help it. First target in the wind with other issues too but it is also ready to go for tomorrow morning. After the 177.
My P35 likes H&N Baracuda Match a lot but seems to like Baracuda FTT a little more. It is tuned to shoot them about 880 fps. Doesn't much care for JSB 10.3s and the regulator is set a little high for lighter pellets. It will shoot through a 3/4 softwood board if I avoid the knots (or 1/2 inch plywood). Some report good accuracy with knockout slugs in these guns but mine is pretty wild with them. It is my pick for backyard pesting and target shooting when the wind is low. Takes squirrels cleanly with any decent shot placement and can take bigger prey with well placed brain shots.
